If you’re looking for a fun way to escape daily chores, carpools and children be sure to visit the “Festigals” website. The nonprofit is throwing its first festival celebrating women, fashion, food and friendship Thursday, Oct. 6, through Sunday, Oct. 9 in New Orleans. Proceeds will benefit Women for Women International and Dress for Success.

Courtesy of FestigalsPlan a weekend with your girlfriends and enjoy the 'Festigals Women's Weekend.'

This year’s activities include: "Sinfully Sweet," an evening of wine and chocolate pairing on Thursday; morning yoga on Friday; a party with the men of the New Orleans Fire Fighter calendar on Friday night; a series of Saturday workshops with a keynote appearance by CNN’s Soledad O’Brien and a “Stiletto Stroll” through the French Quarter on Saturday evening.

Participants can purchase a "Festigal Ultimate Package" or select specific events to attend throughout the four-day event. For a complete list of events visit, festigals.com, email info@festigals.org or call 855.425.9563.